Fire Services Technician

Mackay, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

MAKE YOUR MARK AT THIESSAt Thiess, we support and celebrate our people every day, across the globe. We recognise talent, reward transparency, champion diversity, and embrace change.Join us to hone your skills, develop new ones, take on big challenges, and grow through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.Thiess is where you make things happen.About the roleAs a Thiess Fire Services Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining fire suppression systems on our significant mining fleet in Queensland. These systems must always be in exceptional condition to protect our people and assets in the event of a machine fire. Your role will involve maintaining these systems to the highest standard while employing a cost-effective approach to maintenance activities. You will work across multiple sites, providing consistent quality work and building productive professional relationships with all site personnel.Key Responsibilities:

Maintain fire suppression systems to the highest standard.
Work across multiple sites, providing consistent quality work.
Make recommendations for maintenance improvements.
Stay updated with technical and product changes.
Perform adhoc inspections and repairs during spare time on site.

About youTo succeed in this role, you will bring:

Certificate 2 in Fire protection Inspection and Testing
A current driver's licence (Standard 11 certification is desirable).
A proactive attitude toward safety and a commitment to fostering a positive safety culture.
Effective communication with suppliers, subcontractors, clients, and internal personnel.
Responsible operation of a Thiess vehicle on public roads.

What Thiess can do for you

Flexible Rosters: Even-time rosters (7/7) with 12.0-hour or 12.5-hour day and night shifts. Monday to Friday, 9 Day fortnight and to some extent Casual arrangements for those who have had a lifetime of experience working set rosters in the Mining industry and now want to work less hours to build on the “Life” part of the “Work Life Balance” statement.
Travel Benefits:

Shared company vehicle for travel from Mackay to site.

Work Perks:

Permanent full-time positions with full camp facilities provided.
Salary sacrifice options, including flights and novated leasing.
Work across multiple sites, see one you like, and you can join that site team, decide on a change, come back to Mackay Facility team to continue your career working across multiple sites.

Professional Development:

Opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and skill-building.

Employee Discounts:

Corporate offers on health insurance (Medibank), travel, and retail products.

Work-Life Flexibility: Options to Live Local or DIDO.

About usThiess is a global leader in open-cut and underground mining, with operations spanning Australia, Asia, and the Americas.Guided by the pioneering spirit of our founders, we are driven by innovation, sustainability, and the power of people and technology to deliver positive change.At Thiess, you will:

Contribute to the global energy transition by working with critical metals and minerals.
Thrive in a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Benefit from world-class training, mentorship, and development opportunities to unlock your full potential.

We celebrate inclusivity and diversity, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their best self to work. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from diverse cultural groups.How to applyAre you ready to take the next step in your career? Join Thiess and experience a culture of recognition, development, and opportunity.To apply, click the 'Apply' button or visit .If you require assistance with your application, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com.Pre-Employment Process:Thiess requires all successful applicants to complete a Pre-Employment Process, which includes:

Two professional references.
A National Police Check.
A medical assessment.

Your recruiter will guide you through this process.This role complies with the principles of the Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017.

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